How to Pronounce Chervil

To pronounce "chervil", say CHERV-il — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈtʃɜː(ɹ)vɪl/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈtʃɜː(ɹ)vɪl/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “chervil”

"chervil" has 2 syllables: cherv-il. It rhymes with vervel, if that helps it stick.

What does chervil mean?

noun

  1. A leafy herb, Anthriscus cerefolium, resembling parsley.
  2. Leaves from the plant, used as an herb in cooking, which have a mild flavor of anise.

Synonyms

French parsleygarden chervil

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Words that rhyme with chervil

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vervel

Related words

parsleychivemyrrhchardherb

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "chervil"?▾

"Chervil" has 2 syllables: cherv · il.

What is the IPA transcription of "chervil"?▾

The IPA transcription of "chervil" is /ˈtʃɜː(ɹ)vɪl/.

What does "chervil" mean?▾

Chervil: A leafy herb, Anthriscus cerefolium, resembling parsley.

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